Ignite is an ISO 9001:2015 and CMMI Services Level 3 certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), headquartered in Huntsville, AL. By design, Ignite is a provider of professional services to customers in educational, federal, and commercial industries and in every action seeks to be the preeminent provider within this business space. Ignite upholds our values of competency, collaboration, innovation, reliability, and results through everything we do.
Ignite is hiring a Recruiting Intern for the Summer term 2026 in Huntsville, AL.
The Recruiting Assistant plays a critical role in supporting high-volume and compliance-driven recruiting efforts within a government contracting environment. This position is heavily focused on candidate screening and qualification review, ensuring applicants meet contract requirements, clearance criteria, and regulatory standards before advancing in the hiring process.
Job Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Post and manage job requisitions across cleared job boards and internal systems
Coordinate interviews between candidates, recruiters, and hiring managers
Maintain accurate candidate data in the applicant tracking system (ATS)
Perform structured phone screens to assess candidate alignment with role requirements
Conduct initial resume reviews against contract requirements, labor categories, and minimum qualifications
Screen candidates for security clearance eligibility/status (e.g., active, interim, eligible)
Verify required elements such as citizenship, certifications, education, and years of experience
Flag discrepancies or risks (gaps, ineligible candidates, clearance issues) for recruiter review
Maintain detailed and compliant screening notes
Communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process
Support audits and reporting related to compliance and hiring activity
Assist with recruitment metrics and pipeline tracking
Qualifications
Education:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
Experience
1–3 years of administrative, recruiting, or HR support experience preferred
Experience in technical recruiting perferred
Skills & Competencies
Excellent communication and candidate engagement skills
High level of discretion when handling sensitive candidate information
Ability to interpret job descriptions, labor categories, and contract requirements
High level of discretion when handling sensitive candidate information
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicant tracking systems
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting recruiting for federal contracts
Familiarity with OFCCP, EEO, and federal hiring compliance requirements
Experience working with cleared candidates or defense/intelligence roles